# Paper-Pleated Photography The Geometric Aesthetic Series Showcases Harrison Johnson's Designs By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometric-aesthetic References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/GEOMETRIC-AESTHETIC/1354535) & [andrerucker](http://www.andrerucker.com) The [stark contrast between black and white](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-pucci-pure-exhibition) in the Geometric Aesthetic photo series lends a very dramatic effect to the entire shoot. Closely following that is the bold fashion designs created by Harrison Johnson, which puts the entire series into a futuristic theme. Stunningly [sculptural and surreal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series), the Geometric Aesthetic photo series will captivate you from beginning to end. Inspired by the [origami-inspired gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita) that were created for Johnson's senior project collection, the photo shoot took a simple and direct route, allowing the fashion to shine through. Shot by Philadelphia-based photographer Andre Rucker, Geometric Aesthetic photo series boasts great use of lighting as well as an obvious mastery of Photoshop. The model is made to look as sculptural as the fashion she wears. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Black and White Contrast:** Exploring the use of stark black and white contrast in photography and design can create a dramatic and visually striking aesthetic. - **Sculptural Photography:** Embracing sculptural elements in photography can add depth and dimension to fashion shoots, creating visually captivating images. - **Origami-inspired Fashion:** Incorporating origami-inspired designs into fashion collections can bring a futuristic and geometric aesthetic to the industry, pushing the boundaries of traditional garment construction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** The photography industry can embrace the use of stark contrast and sculptural elements to create visually captivating images that stand out. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore origami-inspired designs to bring a futuristic and geometric aesthetic to clothing, offering unique and innovative styles. - **Design:** The design industry can learn from the use of black and white contrast, sculptural photography, and origami-inspired fashion to create visually striking and innovative products across various sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Origami-Inspired Ceramics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-series.md) - [Photography Project Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1.md) - [Sculptural Mixed-Media Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Paper-Made Mosaic Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-architecture-exhibition.md)